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Summer fruit & yogurt smoothie next to strawberries

Summer Fruit & Yogurt Smoothie

July 3, 2023 by kristynthedietitian Leave a Comment

Make this summer fruit & yogurt smoothie for a refreshing snack or have it alongside your breakfast or lunch. You can also opt to freeze it in popsicle molds for a frozen summer treat!

Filed Under: Recipes, Snacks Tagged With: fruit smoothie, nutrition, popsicle, smoothie, yogurt popsicle, yogurt smoothie

Strawberry cobbler being sliced

Berry Cobbler

June 2, 2023 by kristynthedietitian Leave a Comment

With summer starting soon and with berries being in season, give this berry cobbler a try. This special dessert will satisfy your desire for something sweet and will compliment your summertime BBQ’s and picnics.

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Grilled salmon with lemon and dill on a plate

Grilled Salmon With Lemon and Dill

May 25, 2023 by kristynthedietitian 2 Comments

This grilled salmon with lemon and dill will be a fast favorite for anyone looking to cook a simple yet delicious meal.

Filed Under: Dinner, Lunch, Recipes Tagged With: grilled salmon, lemon, recipes, Salmon

Black bean tostadas with guacamole next to sliced cucumbers

Black Bean Tostadas With Guacamole

May 10, 2023 by kristynthedietitian Leave a Comment

Black bean tostadas with guacamole is one of my favorite weeknight meals to make for my family. These tostadas have a lot of flavor and leave you feeling satisfied.

Filed Under: Dinner, Lunch, Recipes, Vegetarian Tagged With: best guacamole, Black bean tostadas, guacamole, perfect guacamole, tostadas, vegetarian

Bowl of lemon garlic salad dressing next to plate of salad

Lemon Garlic Salad Dressing

April 24, 2023 by kristynthedietitian 2 Comments

This lemon salad dressing is both easy to make and healthy. There is no added salt or sugar in this dressing and it is still full of bright flavor.

Filed Under: Condiments, Recipes Tagged With: homemade salad dressing, lemon, lemon salad dressing, salad dressing

Purple carrot cake

Purple Carrot Cake

April 5, 2023 by kristynthedietitian Leave a Comment

This purple carrot cake is made with purple carrots instead of the traditional orange carrots and is topped with purple cream cheese frosting.

Filed Under: Dessert, Recipes Tagged With: carrot cake, dessert, purple carrots

A bunch of fresh green asparagus on checkered cloth

Sautéed Asparagus With Mushrooms & Red Onion

March 27, 2023 by kristynthedietitian Leave a Comment

Sautéed asparagus with mushrooms & red onion is a bright dish of vegetables that is both healthy and full of flavor.

Filed Under: Recipes, Side Dishes, Vegetables Tagged With: asparagus, red onion, sauteed asparagus, side dish

Healthier shamrock milkshake in a glass

Healthier Shamrock Milkshake

March 14, 2023 by kristynthedietitian Leave a Comment

I have a recipe for a healthier shamrock milkshake for you so that you can make it at home and love every ingredient that is in it. This milkshake is minty, sweet, creamy and every bit of fun as it looks.

Filed Under: Dessert, Drinks, Recipes Tagged With: mint milkshake, saint patricks day, shamrock shake, st patricks day

Plate of burritos with cilantro on top

Vegetarian Bean Burritos

February 21, 2023 by kristynthedietitian Leave a Comment

If you enjoy bean burritos give this recipe a try. These flavorful burritos are filled with healthy pinto beans, vegetables, green chiles, and quesadilla cheese.

Filed Under: Dinner, Lunch, Recipes, Vegetarian Tagged With: bean burrito, vegetarian

Bowl of chili with avocado and cilantro

Quick & Healthy Chili Recipe

February 7, 2023 by kristynthedietitian Leave a Comment

This quick and healthy chili recipe that I created is both mild and full of savory flavor. It takes less than an hour to make and I often make it with a side of corn bread for my family on school nights.

Filed Under: Dinner, Recipes Tagged With: chili, chili recipe, easy chili recipe, quick chili

Slice of chocolate cake with raspberry sauce and raspberries

Chocolate Cake With Raspberry Sauce

February 3, 2023 by kristynthedietitian 2 Comments

Valentine’s Day is coming up and this chocolate cake with raspberry sauce will not disappoint! This cake is made with healthier ingredients than your typical cake recipe.

Filed Under: Dessert, Recipes Tagged With: chocolate, Chocolate and raspberry, Chocolate cake, Chocolate recipe, Heart shaped cake, Valentine's Day

arroz con pollo and salad on a plate

Arroz Con Pollo Recipe With Brown Rice

January 27, 2023 by kristynthedietitian Leave a Comment

I really enjoy this one pot meal with chicken thighs, flavorful brown rice and vegetables. This recipe is based on a traditional Latin American dish. It is both delicious and healthy. I hope you enjoy it too!

Filed Under: Dinner, Recipes Tagged With: arroz con pollo, brown rice, chicken thigh recipe, Dutch oven

Hot chocolate in a mug next to dish of chocolate chips

Dark Hot Chocolate Recipe

January 21, 2023 by kristynthedietitian 1 Comment

I created this rich, dark hot chocolate for those who love really love chocolate. This recipe uses two different kinds of chocolate and less sugar than traditional hot cocoa recipes and packages.

Filed Under: Dessert, Drinks, Recipes Tagged With: dark chocolate, hot chocolate, hot chocolate recipe, hot cocoa, hot cocoa recipe

Chicken Thighs, carrots and parsnips on plate with buttered biscuit

Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs

January 9, 2023 by kristynthedietitian 2 Comments

This slow cooker recipe makes for an easy yet delicious dinner. Chicken thighs are paired with carrots, parsnips and flavorful seasonings.

Filed Under: Dinner, Recipes Tagged With: chicken thighs, crock pot, easy dinner, parsnips, slow cooker

chocolate peanut butter banana smoothie in a glass next to bananas

Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

January 2, 2023 by kristynthedietitian 1 Comment

In this post I share my recipe for my favorite chocolate peanut butter banana smoothie. I love to make this smoothie as a healthy snack for myself and also for my kids. It may taste like a treat but it offers a lot of good nutrition too!

Filed Under: Drinks, Recipes, Snacks Tagged With: chocolate and peanut butter, smoothie, Smoothie recipe

Sliced Gingerbread on checker cloth

Gingerbread Recipe Made Healthier

December 21, 2022 by kristynthedietitian Leave a Comment

Nothing shouts Christmas quite like the smell and taste of fresh baked gingerbread. I made this gingerbread recipe healthier by swapping out several common baking ingredients for those that provide more nutrition.

Filed Under: Recipes, Snacks Tagged With: baking, christmas, gingerbread, healthier

Bowl of beef vegetable stew

Hearty Beef Vegetable Stew Recipe

December 15, 2022 by kristynthedietitian Leave a Comment

This hearty beef vegetable stew will fill you up and keep you warm in the cold winter months. Full of vegetables and tender beef, this stew will also make your mouth water.

Filed Under: Dinner, Recipes Tagged With: beef stew, beef vegetable stew, stew

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